Sword of the Ancient

Jimmy Brown Untombed Webzine Interview

2010-09-02T07:11:00.000-07:00

Untombed interviewed Jimmy P. Brown of Deliverance for their 25th anniversary. You can read it here

Grammatrain Video: The Last Sound

2010-09-02T07:03:00.000-07:00

The newest music video from Washington-based Grammatrain was debuted this weekend during halftime at the Seattle Seahawks game. In case you missed the new video (directed by Nik Venet who’s worked with Jane’s Addiction, U2, and Wolfmother) you can check it out online now.

Randy Rose News

2010-07-20T09:57:00.000-07:00

From Randy Rose's Facebook page: "I'm curently shopping my new Rose album thats is the greatest work of my career with major Christain lables as we speak I have a passion for the complete destruction of all things evil everything is nothing outside of Gods hand"

You can see a video for his new song "Witchburner: here: Witchburner

Frontline Music Catalog Collector’s Edition Reissues.

2010-07-19T07:40:00.001-07:00

PRESS RELEASE
July 16th, 2010

Intense Millennium Records is proud to announce its January 2011 Frontline Music Catalog Collector’s Edition Reissues.

Sacred Warrior - Master's Command

The band's debut "Rebellion" stormed out of the gates like a runaway freight train. By comparison, "Master's Command" was a more varied and experimental affair. Instead of pummeling the listener with a full-on metal attack, Sacred Warrior adjusted
their approach to include more melody, more variety, and interesting songs that continue to captivate some 20 years later. Any progressive metal notions the band hinted at before were fulfilled with "Master's Command". Sacred Warrior had arrived, and staked their claim on the attention of Queensryche and Fates Warning fans worldwide.

Altar Boys - Gut Level Music

Many bands in the Christian music scene had embraced current styles in the early to mid 80's, including new wave, punk, arena rock, and metal. Few bands, however, had the kind of tough, gritty rock and roll sound of Altar Boys. Fewer still pulled it off
with such ease, giving fans of Social Distortion and similar groups a true alternative to that kind of punk rock. Mike Stand and company had already recorded two ground-breaking albums, but "Gut Level Music" was where they hit their stride, perfectly combining the melodic lines of 1980's rock with the energy and attitude of punk rock to create the right blend that struck a chord with punk, rock, and alternative fans for years.

It was previously announced that in November of this year Intense Millennium Records will release newly remastered versions of Vengeance’s “Human Sacrifice”, Vengeance Rising’s “Once Dead”, Sacred Warrior’s “Rebellion”, Bloodgood’s “Bloodgood”, and Bloodgood’s “Detonation”. Various pre-order packages will go sale on August 1^st that include bonus cds, t-shirts, posters, and buttons from the labels website (www.intensemillennium.com).

Intense Millennium Records is dedicated to releasing fully licensed material from one of the most prolific group of record labels to exist in the Christian Metal scene, the Intense/Frontline/Alarma Records group.

Visit our website at: http://www.intensemillennium.com to stay up to date on the latest news.

Stryper - The Covering Samples on line

2010-07-08T18:43:00.000-07:00

Go to Stryper - The Covering to hear some of the samples from Stryper's upcoming album "The Covering"

1. Set Me Free
2. Blackout
3. Heaven and Hell
4. Lights Out
5. Carry On Wayward Son
6. Highway Star
7. Shout It Out Loud
8. Over The Mountain
9. The Trooper
10. Breaking The Law
11. On Fire
12. Immigrant Song
13. God

Veangeance Rising, Bloodgood & Sacred Warrior News

2010-06-30T07:52:00.000-07:00

Intense Millennium Records is a partnership between Divine Metal Distro, Roxx Productions, and two additional individuals Josh Dieckmann and Sandy Scafedi. We have come together under this one umbrella to form a company that is dedicated to releasing fully licensed material from one of the most prolific group of record labels to exist in the Christian Metal scene, the Intense/Frontline/Alarma Records group. This will be the first time that many of these titles will have seen any form of quality release since their original releases back in the 1980s & 1990s.

Our first batch of releases is scheduled for release in November of 2010 and include classic albums from Vengeance Rising, Sacred Warrior and Bloodgood. All of our releases will be completely re-mastered to give these albums the best modern audio quality that is available today. As well each release will have brand new artwork based on the original cover designs, along with 8 page booklets complete with lyrics, and liner notes. When possible bonus material will be added as well.

The first 5 titles that will be released are:

Vengeance - Human SacrificeFew albums can claim to have started a musical movement like "Human Sacrifice". While thrash metal had already been well established by 1988, only a handful of bands had attempted to combine such fast, heavy music with lyrics reflecting faith in Christ. None of these bands had released anything more than demos or a couple tracks on compilations until this monster of an album came roaring onto the scene. Fusing fast riffing, driving bass and drums, hyper-speed bluesy lead guitar, and just enough melody to make things more memorable, "Human Sacrifice" did more than just introduce Christianity to the genre - it revolutionized the developing style of "Christian metal" in a way no previous band or album had done. Vengeance Rising raised the stakes and gave fellow thrashers a unique album that set the bar for future releases.

Vengeance Rising - Once DeadWhere Vengeance Rising's debut "Human Sacrifice" stormed onto the scene and created quite a stir, "Once Dead" tightened the thrash attack into a well-oiled machine. While the band's debut was experimental and diverse, "Once Dead" was a snapshot of a band seasoned by touring and songwriting, with a more consistent approach that capitalized on thrash metal's calling card - velocity. Vengeance Rising's second album is rife with fast, thrashy anthems that take their sound to the next level, ramping up the volume, intensity, and energy even more. When other thrash bands were starting to slow down, Vengeance Rising took the opposite approach for maximum effect.

Sacred Warrior - RebellionThe burgeoning Christian metal movement had several notable bands by the mid 1980's. None, however, took the progressive elements of pioneers like Queensryche and Fates Warning and combined them with the pure energy and heaviness present in much of the thrash metal of the time. Enter Sacred Warrior - a band that skillfully and successfully combined these two elements to create a metallic attack that rivaled many of their contemporaries, and stands the test of time as one of the greats of the era. “Rebellion”, the band’s auspicious debut, capitalizes on that potent mixture by offering up searing riffs, lightning fast solos, soaring vocals, and a rhythm section that thundered with authority.

Bloodgood - BloodgoodHeavy Metal has been accused by its detractors as all sounding the same. While the mid-80’s saw a glut of metal bands cashing in on the style, many of which sounded the same as the next band, no one could accuse Bloodgood of being a sound-alike. Combining a melodic, classic heavy metal approach with the uniquely operatic vocals of Les Carlson, Bloodgood carved out its own niche in the metal scene by offering up listeners a potent mix of high-pitched vocal wails, melodic yet energetic guitar riffing, a tight rhythm section, and memorable songs that would stay with you for weeks. This powerful blend came shining through on Bloodgood’s self-titled debut album, and quickly set the bar for metal bands wishing to share their faith with the world.

Bloodgood - DetonationBloodgood’s second album, “Detonation”, was the perfect follow-up to their high-energy debut, and raised the bar even higher for faith-based metal bands. The fast songs were faster, the emotion in the songs was more intense, and the musical attack was tighter. The lyrics were also stronger, as the band took on some fairly unpopular topics like suicide and homelessness. Truly a landmark album in the scene, this classic contains the duo of songs “Crucify” and “Messiah” that showed what a real metal band could do with such emotionally charged subject matter and pull it off with such ease.

Beginning in January of 2011 we will unleash two classic Frontline titles per month. With such a vast catalog of titles at our finger tips we welcome any suggestions from you the fans in regards to what titles you would like to see released the soonest. There is currently a poll on our website, feel free to stop by and let your voice be heard.

Visit our website at: http://www.intensemillennium.com to stay up to date on the latest news.

Episode 11 of Pastor Brad's Max Life Podcast

2010-06-17T16:42:00.000-07:00

In Episode 11 of the Max Life Christian Metal Podcast Pastor Brad of http://www.guitarjams.net share a new Bible Moments teaching entitled, "Lighten Up" -- all about the fact that Jesus said, "Come unto me all you who are heavy burdened and I'll give you rest..." PB also shares a story about crazy moment in his life involving a moped, a BIG wheel and a parked car! And lots more. Tune in and check it out here

STRYPER To Host Holy Land Tour For Fans In 2011 - May 24, 2010

2010-05-24T10:15:00.000-07:00

Stryper will host a 10-day tour of the Holy Land February 12-21, 2011. The once-in-a-lifetime VIP tour will be limited to 150 people. Stryper fans will be able to spend time with the band during this unique travel opportunity, with portions of the trip being filmed for an upcoming DVD.

"Oz, Robert, Tim and I are excited to go to Israel and see first-hand the birthplace of Christianity," says lead vocalist/guitarist Michael Sweet. "And to be able to share this experience with some of our fans makes this even more incredible."

The tour will visit the following locations in Israel:

* Caesarea: A city built by King Herod the Great
* Mount Carmel: Where the prophet Elijah defeated the false prophets of Baal
* Galilee Boat Ride: Where Jesus walked on the water
* Caesarea Philippi: Where the disciple Peter first confessed Jesus as the Messiah
* Nazareth Village: A recreation of a village at the time of Jesus
* Jordan River Baptism: An opportunity for those who wish to be baptized in the Jordan River
* Masada: Where the final Jewish revolt against the Romans took place
* The Dead Sea: A chance to float in the most therapeutic waters in the world
* Pools of Bethesda: Where Jesus healed the man who was lame for 37 years
* Garden Tomb: The place of Jesus’ crucifixion and Resurrection
* Yad Vashem: Memorial to the Holocaust
* Western Wall Tunnels: 60 feet below the modern city of Jerusalem
* Jerusalem: The City of God
* Mount of Olives: Where Jesus rode the donkey through the Eastern Gate
* Garden of Gethsemane: Where Jesus prayed before He was betrayed by Judas
* Western Wall: Holiest site in Judaism

Due to limited availability, this trip will sell out quickly. Reservations can be secured for only $300.

To register, please contact ari@ihtours.com or 1-877-999-8868 ext 415.

The cost for this unique travel opportunity is $3,299.00 per person, which includes airfare out of Los Angeles, New York or Toronto; hotel accommodations; all buffet breakfasts and dinners; air-conditioned transportation; an English-speaking tour guide and entrance fees to all of the sites. Price is based on double-occupancy and does not include airport tax, tip fee or lunch meals.

For more information, please contact joe@amaral.tv or 1-877-628-2800.

Ted Kirkpatrick Fugue in D Minor rough cut

2010-05-22T11:47:00.001-07:00

Well folks, I've reached the half century mark - today is my 50th Birthday (although I still feel around 30) - so I thought I would celebrate with all of you by offering a track from my very nearly completed new solo release IN THE SHADOW OF THE MASTERS. I hadn't intended on putting up any more tunes from it, as it will be going to mastering and manufacturing very soon, but you only turn 50 once, right? Plus let this be an apology from me for pushing the release date back a little...

This is FUGUE IN D MINOR - BWV 565 by Johann Sebastian Bach. It was written around 1705 and is the epitomy of HEAVY! To say this piece is brilliant is a gross understatement. The complexity, the melodies, the huge chords, the quiet parts, and the ultra-loud blast-you-out-of-your-pew parts are all awesome. The drumming was very challenging, as the mid-tempo groove ebbs and flows almost imperceptibly and there are numerous precise timing issues and lots of time to play different beats and fills. I have always tried to treat the drums as a musical instrument and not just "rhythm", and I hope I did a good job for all of you and Mr. Bach.

The track is mixed, but not yet mastered so downloading is not available - the finished mastered tune will sound about 1,000 times cleaner, fuller, bigger kicks, louder...better! So - the track may only be up a short time.

One of my dreams when I get to heaven is to be able to go back in time and attend concerts played or conducted by the composers themselves... but for now - sit back and picture yourself sitting in a church in Weimar, Germany 300 years ago with none other than the master Bach himself seated at the organ playing this.

Looking forward to releasing the entire album - lots of hyper crazy drumming on it. Now... where's all my birthday presents? Haha... http://tourniquet.bandcamp.com/

PRESS RELEASE: Deliverance - 'Temporary Insanity'

2010-05-21T12:54:00.001-07:00

Roxx Records and the Christian Metal Realm are very excited to announce the details on their long in the works, highly anticipated tribute album celebrating the 25^th Anniversary of Southern California Christian Thrash legends Deliverance!

‘Temporary Insanity – A Salute to Deliverance’ is set for release this August and hosts a variety of artists paying tribute to the band, some current, some past and even some special reunions all came together to lay down tracks for the disc! Including current and former members of bands such as The Crucified, Vengeance Rising, Deliverance and Hirax just to name a few. And special reunions from Oil and Eternal Decision all coming together just to contribute tracks for this project!

Arttie Parker owner of the Christian Metal Realm says “This CD started out in our online forum well over a year ago when some of the bands that frequent the board wanted to do a few tribute songs to ‘D’, then I started talking with Bill over at Roxx Records about it and it morphed in to a full on tribute CD with tons of artists in the mainstream Thrash and Christian Metal scenes all wanting to contribute to this project and give props to Deliverance as you can easily see by looking at the list of bands and artists we have lined up!”

Artist & Track Listing

Deliverance – Flesh & Blood (A 25^th Anniversary Special Re-recording)

Deliverance – In U ( A 25^th Anniversary Special Re-recording)

Oil – Attack (w/ Ron Rinehart, Blake Nelson, Jason Vanderpal & James ‘JJ’ Jenkins)

Applehead / Fasedown – Belltown (w/ Greg Minear, Michael Phillips, Jim Chaffin & Tim Kronyak)

Lambs Among Wolves – Greetings of Death (w/ Glen Rogers, Daniel Cordova& Roy Z)

Stricken – No Time

P / C / W – What a joke (Michael Phillips, Jim Chaffin, Scott Waters, Tim Kronyak)

Grave Robber – Awake

Ghostemple – If we faint not (features Josh Kramer of Saint & the members of Templar)

Faith Factor – Weapons of our warfare

Whisper from Heaven – Anymore

Venia – Desperate Cries

Days of Affliction – River Disturbance

Grave Forsaken – Bought by blood

Eternal Decision – Belltown (Marking the first time the band has recorded since they disbanded)

Not enough for you? All Pre Orders are going to come with a completely separately packaged 2^nd disc with even MORE Salutes to Deliverance including a previously unreleased Deliverance track called ‘The Hunger and the Thirst’. You will want to get your pre-order in for this one as we will only be printing enough for all those that get in on this very special pre-order offer! And look at all the bonus tracks you will get on this exclusive disc…

Bonus Disc Artist & Track Listing

Deliverance – Hunger and the thirst (Previously Unreleased)

Oil – Screaming (w/ Ron Rinehart, Blake Nelson, Jason Vanderpal & James ‘JJ’ Jenkins)

The Sacrificed – Slay the wicked

Krig – Weapons of our warfare

Coriolis – What a Joke

Leper – The Call

Unforsaken – Stay of execution

Crucible Divine – Ramming Speed

Walk on Water – Learn

Incarnate – If you will

Visions of Reality – Blood of the covenant

Saint Spirit – Prophets of Idiocy

Bloodpaid – Words to the…

Bi-Polar Echo – The Call

Pastor Brad – A space called you

AND we’re even going to throw in a limited edition Jimmy Brown signature guitar pick, pick # 2 in the series of limited edition signature guitar picks put out through Roxx Records only available to all of those that pre-order.

The CD is just one of several 25^th Anniversary celebration items lined up for Deliverance this year, with special 25^th Anniversary shows already lined up playing a festival in Southern California and a possible festival date overseas this fall. As well the band well be putting together some special 25^th anniversary commemorative items together this year including a very special limited edition T-Shirt.

Need even some more Deliverance in your life? As well as debuting the tribute CD ‘Temporary Insanity’, the Up from the Ashes festival will also be one of your first opportunities to pick up copies of two brand spankin new releases from Jimmy Brown and Deliverance courtesy of Retroactive Records!!

August will see the re-release of a historic release from the Deliverance back catalog with the Limited Edition CD release of ‘What a Joke!’ That’s right for the first time since it’s original release you will be able to get a completely restored and remastered edition of this Classic Deliverance Release to add to your collection, complete with bonus tracks!

August will also see the release of the second installment of Deliverance front man Jimmy Brown’s alter ego band Jupiter VI entitled ‘A Message From Home Part1’. Following on the heels of their first underground classic release ‘Back From Mars’ this second installment is set to take you to the next level of what the underground scene has embraced as a true piece of cult rock history!

For Full information and pre-order details visit www.roxxproductions.com

Styper instrumental preview of new song "God"

2010-05-21T10:15:00.000-07:00

This is just a 30 second preview of just the instruments. No vocals.

Stryper ‘GOD’ Auction

2010-05-12T05:06:00.000-07:00

Christian Rock Legend Michael Sweet returns to SongVest to share a portion of Stryper’s new, unreleased single “God” off their upcoming “The Covering” album on Big 3 Records. “After the “Alive” auction went so well, we decided to offer fans something no one has ever done before: the rights to a song before it’s released. We’re very excited about being the fist,” said lead singer Michael Sweet.

Two versions will be up for bid May 15 – 22.
Lot #1: The Platinum Edition - 2 Lots

12.5% of Michael Sweet’s Writer’s Share of the song’s royalties
Exclusive studio access to witness the final mastering of “God” to take place sometime between June 18 and June 21 (travel and accommodations paid for by purchaser)
Special Acknowledgement in the album credits
Personalized, one-of-kind platinum album award with handwritten lyrics and signed CD

Lot #2: The Gold Edition - 10 Lots

2.5% of Michael Sweet’s Writer’s Share of the song’s royalties
Gold single award signed by Michael

More information here at Song Vest

Guardian: Rockin' in a Free World

2010-05-11T14:58:00.000-07:00

You can download Guardian covering Neil Young's "Rockin' in a Free World" here

Stryper - "The Covering" Due This Fall

2010-05-11T12:25:00.000-07:00

The new STRYPER album entitled "The Covering", featuring all original members - front man Michael Sweet, drummer Robert Sweet, guitarist Oz Fox and bassist Timothy Gaines - will be released in the fall of 2010. Leader Michael Sweet has issued the following update:

"Just as promised, I wanted to outline some more details regarding the new Stryper record. We grew up listening to many different styles of music and there is a list of bands that influenced us throughout our musical education. Bands like JUDAS PRIEST, IRON MAIDEN, SCORPIONS, VAN HALEN, UFO, DEEP PURPLE,LED ZEPPELIN, QUEEN, KANSAS and many others, helped to shape our sound and make us who we are today, musically speaking. We grew up on the streets of LA playing every club in town from Gazzari's to The Whisky to The Troubadour to you name it. We played covers from all the bands mentioned above and we shaped our own sound from listening and performing songs from these classic bands. We wanted to step outside the box and record a record that shows you, the fans, where we come from - our historical, musical roots so to speak. It's a side to Stryper that no one has really seen or heard before, or at least quite like this. We performed 'On Fire' by Van Halen on a few tours and we also performed 'Breaking The Law' by Priest on this last tour. The response was far beyond our expectations each time we performed these songs. People seemed genuinely surprised to hear Stryper cover these songs and even more surprised to hear Stryper perform these songs relatively well. This will be an opportunity for Robert, Oz, Tim and myself to loosen up and have some fun. For those of you who may think that we're walking away from our faith - your wrong. We've never been more serious about our faith at any point in our lives. It is however important to enjoy what you do and lighten up from time to time. That's what we plan to do. This will be a fun record to make and we hope that this comes through, as well as the chance to showcase the abilities that we've been blessed with. More details to come and a specific song list and sequence to follow. We're looking forward to geting back into the studio and more important, to seeing all of you on the road again this year!

Be well, be blessed and let the games begin."

Some of the songs which will be featured on The Covering include:

JUDAS PRIEST - 'Breaking The Law'
IRON MAIDEN - 'The Trooper'
KISS - 'Shout It Out Loud'
SCORPIONS - Blackout'
OZZY OSBOURNE - 'Over The Mountain'
SWEET - 'Set Me Free'
VAN HALEN - 'On Fire'
DEEP PURPLE - 'Highway Star'
BLACK SABBATH - 'Heaven And Hell'
UFO - 'Lights Out'
KANSAS - 'Carry On Wayward Son'

Story taken from: Brave Words

Theocracy Nevermore Contest Entry

2010-04-29T05:31:00.000-07:00

Ted Kirkpatrick's "Overature of the Marriage of Figaro"

2010-04-27T17:00:00.000-07:00

You can hear a cut from Ted's upcoming album "In the Shadow of the Master's

Tourniquet @ Bandcamp

Ted Kirkpatrick's Solo Album

2010-04-27T11:23:00.000-07:00

Ted's new solo album "IN THE SHADOW OF THE MASTERS" - a highly technical  drumming project dedicated to the great composers of classical music - is nearing completion. Look for pieces by Beethoven, Mozart, Bach, Chopin, Rossini and others... these guys wrote some crazy brilliant stuff!! Late May release...

Saint "New World Order" video

2010-03-19T07:41:00.001-07:00

Sinbreed Video for Dust to Dust

2010-03-18T06:55:00.001-07:00

Saint "The Blade" video

2010-03-16T06:56:00.000-07:00

Pastor Brad: Bible Moments

2010-03-16T06:54:00.000-07:00

"Humility, the back door to strength in life!"

Download it here

Facedown Reocrds FREE Digital Sampler

2010-03-10T12:46:00.000-08:00

Can be found here

Divine Metal Distro FREE Digital Sampler

2010-03-10T12:44:00.000-08:00

1. NARNIA - Kings Will Come
2. THRESHER - Here I Am
3. Michael Phillips - Anthem
4. ULTIMATUM - Never
5. ELGIBBOR - Purity and Blood
6. NEPHESH - A Cold Breathe
7. ANCIENT PLAGUE - 1348
8. Hortor - Our Wrath is Against Satanism and Blasphemous Symbols
9. BROKEN FLESH - Son of Perdition
10. I BUILT THE CROSS - Misguided Ministry
11. FUTURES END - Inner Self
12. VENIA - A Sigh of Redemption
13. EDGEND - Internal
14. Heaven's Force - Hellover
15. MYRATH - Tempest of Sorrows

You have to be signed up and go through the shopping cart to download it.
It can be found here.

Ulterim FREE 17 Song Sampler for download

2010-03-10T04:43:00.000-08:00

The sampler features new and old songs from bands like Sinbreed, Audiovision, Theocracy, Harmony, Ivory Moon, Incrave, Darkwater, Grand Lux, Seventh Avenue, as well as a “T.B.A.” track from a mystery band. This is all melodic metal stuff so if you’re into that genre, you’ll love this sampler! Download here.
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Audiovision "Focus" release date and details

2010-03-09T08:08:00.000-08:00

The Swedish melodic metal band Audiovision will release their second album "Focus" in Europe and North America on April 23rd through Ulterium Records. The album was produced and mixed by Erik Mårtensson [W.E.T., Eclipse] and mastered by Micke Lind [DIO, Candlemass, Talisman].

"Focus" is a high quality melodic metal release influenced by bands like Whitesnake, DIO, Rainbow, Europe, Gotthard and Stryper, and fans of the genre won't be dissapointed!

"Focus" track listing:
01. Invitation
02. Keep the fire burning
03. We are not alone
04. The son will come
05. You are the reason
06. Fruit of love
07. We will go
08. I will belong to you
09. The way
10. The gate
11. Focus

The official release party for "Focus" will be held at The Cave Rock Club in Sundbyberg, Sweden on April 24th together with the bands House of Shakira and Mercury Fang.

Head over to the bands official myspace profile to check out the entire opening track "Invitation" as well as some samples from the album: www.myspace.com/audiovisionsweden

Demon Hunter Video for Collapsing

2010-03-09T08:05:00.000-08:00

Demon Hunter - "Collapsing"

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New Metal Devotional

2010-03-09T07:48:00.000-08:00

Pastor Brad's (of guitarjams.net) new devotional is titled: "God Is Faithful -- A Shelter In Times Of Trouble" - you can read it here.

Retroactive Records News 03/10

2010-03-09T07:43:00.000-08:00

Friends

Retroactive Records has had the pleasure of working with the finest musicians and bands in the history of Christian music - Deliverance, Bride, Daniel Band, Rez, and Sweet Comfort Band to name a few.....

God continues to bless us - as we have just signed the following bands for future releases:

REX CARROLL BAND - THAT WAS THEN.....THIS IS NOW (heavy blues) (June release)
www.myspace.com/rexcarroll

THE HEAL (featuring Rex Carroll of Whitecross) album title tba (October 2010)
www.myspace.com/rexcarrolltheheal

KING JAMES - THE FALL (remastered, new artwork, featuring Rex Carroll) (June 2010)
"Heavy and crunchy the way metal is supposed to be played!" ...NoLifeTilMetal.com review of the original 1997 release

REX CARROLL & THE BLEED - TAKE BACK A LIFE (remastered, new artwork - formerly released with the 1997 album title "Ouch!" Featuring Tim Bushong of Lovewar on vocals. This is excellent bluesy hard rock with amazing vocals and harmonies! Wait 'til you hear our version of this classic album!) Oct 2010 release date

In addition - look for an all-new WHITECROSS release and look for an all-new KING JAMES release sometime down the road!!!!

Retroactive Records and our staff we so extremely blessed to work with such talented and dedicated artists. Getting a chance to work with Rex Carroll and promote his various bands is truly an honor! And we look forward to 2010 being a HUGE year for us, for Rex and co., and most importantly - THE FANS! THANK YOU for all your encouragement and support!

In addition - CDbaby has sound clips and album info and these new releases are now available at the following links!!! These are available for purchase NOW....so help yourself to some classic hard rock and world-class metal!

DANIEL BAND - ON ROCK (COLLECTOR'S EDITION)

Daniel Band - CD Baby
Daniel Band - Amazon

FINAL AXE - BEYOND HELL'S GATE (COLLECTOR'S EDITION)

Final Axe - CDbaby

Final Axe - Amazon

TITANIC - MAIDEN VOYAGE (COLLECTOR'S EDITION)

Titanic - Maiden Voyage - CDbaby

Titanic - Maiden Voyage - Amazon

TITANIC - SCREAMING IN SILENCE (COLLECTOR'S EDITION)

Titanic - Screaming in Silence - CDbaby

Titanic - Screaming in Silence - Amazon

ULF CHRISTIANSSON - ENTERTAINERS & SOLDIERS

Ulf Christiansson - CDbaby

Ulf Christiansson - Amazon

DISAFFECTION - BEGIN THE REVOLUTION

Disaffection - CDbaby

Disaffection - Amazon

Ted Kirkpatrick & Tourniquet News

2010-02-21T18:41:00.000-08:00

I have three exciting things to tell you about. I have just completed recording my first solo album called ODE TO A ROADKILL. The title track refers to the sad reality of the millions of animals who die each year on our roadways. 7 songs, over 40 minutes of brand new music. I have been a fan of slow “stoner” music for many years, and this album definitely fits that category, with my own influence to it, of course. I’m really pleased with the way it turned out and look forward to having you all hear it as it is super, super heavy. All "vocals" are done utilizing majestic, creepy, haunting, unaltered animal calls. Cool album art designed by Jared Meyer – aka Lucid Hysteria. The album will be available as a 6 panel Digipak CD and an online download. Looking at a release date of March 10, 2010 – right around the corner. http://tourniquet.bandcamp.com/  

At the same time, I have been working on a different solo project also very soon to be released called IN THE SHADOW OF THE MASTERS. It is a very technical drumming album featuring drums played over classical music. I’ve done a few things on past Tourniquet albums, but I think this is beyond anything so far just in length of the pieces. IN THE SHADOW OF THE MASTERS will feature music by Mozart, Chopin, Rossini, Beethoven and more. Release date: March 30, 2010.   

Finally, we will be recording a brand new epic TOURNIQUET album in July or August, 2010. We are excited to announce that we will be working with legendary English producer NEIL KERNON. Neil has either produced, recorded, mixed, or engineered a staggering amount of cool music from classic metal (Queensryche, Dokken, Judas Priest, Autograph) to death metal (Nile, Cannibal Corpse) to progressive music (Nevermore, Magma) to hair metal (Britny Fox) to Christian bands like Petra, to classic bands like Kansas, to platinum selling albums like Hall and Oates “Private Eyes”. We plan to release it as soon as it’s finished in fall of this year.

Full of God Broadcast for February 2010

2010-02-16T13:04:00.000-08:00

You can listen to it here

New Stryper Record Details!

2010-02-16T10:24:00.000-08:00

"We wanted to step outside the box and record a record that shows you, the fans, where we come from - our historical, musical roots so to speak. It's a side to Stryper that no one has really seen or heard before, or at least quite like this."

It seems like it is going to be a record of cover songs.

More can be read at Michael Sweet.com

Up From the Ashes III

2010-02-15T18:57:00.000-08:00

Well I can't believe it has been four years since UFTA 2 it was a great show and a lot of fun!

We have not done a big festival type show since then....

Until This year!!!!

Your gonna want to be in California the weekend of August 28th and 29th for sure...

Roxx Productions and The Vault are proud to present...

UP FROM THE AHES III (the finale)

'A Celebration of 25 years of Heavens Metal (HM) Magazine'

Full line up and hotel details packages coming soon!

2 Full days of heavenly metal from artists that have and still do grace the pages of Heaven's Metal and HM magazine!

Full announcement and line up coming in the next couple of weeks!

But trust me when you see this line up you will want to be in So Cal specifically at the all ages club 'The Vault' in Temecula California (Close to San Diego)

FULL DETAILS COMING SOON!

Stryper Covering Judas Priest's "Breaking the Law"-Live

2010-02-10T10:27:00.000-08:00

Stryper doing a full cover version of the Judas Priest song "Breaking The Law". Recorded during their 25th anniversary tour in Tivoli, Utrecht, The Netherlands.

Crystavox - The Twenty Year Mix

2010-02-09T09:31:00.000-08:00

Crystavox and Roxx Records are very proud to reveal the full release details and new cover art for their brand new Limited Edition release ‘The Twenty Year Mix’. This two disc set is scheduled to be released May 25th, 2010 and will consist of both a full length CD and a very special DVD release.

First up disc one will be a completely remastered “Best Of” CD consisting of many of your favorite Crystavox tracks including sacrifice, home again, power games, its all right, shame, big picture, snakes, paradise, no boundaries, guns, break down the walls and cry out. All these tracks were taken straight from the master tapes that had been sitting in storage in the Ocean Records archives for close to twenty years. These tracks have been completely remastered and totally redone; new guitars, drums and an over-sampling method vastly increasing the mastered volume of each song to today’s standards making for an optimal sound that brings these tracks straight in to the modern day.

Disc two will be a very special DVD release consisting of a recently discovered “never before released’ live concert footage and also several MTV style video clips that have never before been officially released. All footage has had the color completely corrected and restored and has been completely remastered in the 16:9 format. In addition to all of this classic remastered video footage the DVD will also include a recently recorded, “where are they now” segment - shot in HD, and featuring the band “self narrating” the story of Crystavox!

If all that isn’t enough for you then you will definitely want to get your order in early as everyone that gets in on the Pre-Order will receive an exclusive 3rd disc that will only be made available to those that pre-order. This bonus disc is a Live EP of a behind the scenes recording taken straight from the soundboard at a New Year’s Eve show in San Diego California on December 31st 1992. This would ultimately be the last and only live audio recording Crystavox would ever do. Head over to www.roxxproductions.com to get your order in early and take advantage of this strictly limited edition bonus disc.

Also be sure to visit the brand new custom, state of the art media website showcasing some of the best audio and video performances from throughout the bands career at www.crystavox.com

Fireflight Strreaming New Album "For Those Who Wait"

2010-02-09T07:07:00.000-08:00

You can listen to "For Those Who Wait" in its entirety here

Demon Hunter "The World is A Thorn" website

2010-02-09T07:05:00.001-08:00

Demon Hunter reveals the website for the new album, "The World is A Thorn". Check it out here

Metal Devotional with Pastor Brad

2010-02-08T07:53:00.000-08:00

Pastor Brad's (of guitarjams.net) new devotional from Kingdom Extreme Mag is titled: "Oz FOx … Jesus … and the Apostle Paul" - you can read it here.

Roxx Records announces Pastor Brad's "Break Out!" release

2010-02-02T10:57:00.000-08:00

Roxx Records is very proud to announce the Spring release of Pastor Brad’s ‘Break Out’! After 5 independent instrumental shred albums, Pastor Brad is back with his fourth full-length vocal album and his first on Roxx Records! While the old-school guitar shred influences are still here, this album will hit you square in the face with some of the heaviest sounding riffs ever recorded on any Pastor Brad album!

What started out as a true solo CD turned in to a very special release with tons of special guest artists! The album is set to feature the following very special guest appearances…

Ken Tamplin
Les Carlsen (of Bloodgood)
Rachel Anne (of Iron Majesty)
Chaz Bond (of Jacob’s Dream)
Richie Z (of Blind Seven)
Dave Merriwether (of Stricken)
Jim Griffin (of Griffin X)
Norman ‘Ski’ Kiersznowski (of Faith Factor)
Luke Weber (of The Pastor Brad Band)
Angel Zamora

As an added bonus the first 100 pre-orders of this special release will come with a bonus disc entitled ‘Best of the Rest’ a bonus disc of rarities, unreleased tracks and also some of the ‘Break Out’ tracks featuring Pastor Brad handling all the vocals! (they were just too good not to put out) So if you’re a Pastor Brad fan you will definitely want to get in on the pre-order for this one!

This debut Roxx Release is set to hit the streets on April 27, 2010 and will be available everywhere!

Also be sure to check out the brand new Roxx Store while you're at it!!!!

Visit www.roxxproductions.com for all the details

Demon Hunter Streaming "Tie This Around Your Neck"

2010-02-02T10:56:00.000-08:00

Demon Hunter Streaming "Tie This Around Your Neck" from the new album "The World is A Thorn, slated to drop on March 3rd.

Demon Hunter's Myspace

The Future of Stryper

2010-02-02T07:52:00.000-08:00

Michael Sweet talks about the future of the band here

Strictly Stryper: Episode 5 - The New Years Edition

2010-01-29T05:20:00.000-08:00

Get you some here

FREE Day of Fire Single

2010-01-29T05:15:00.000-08:00

You can download it here

Divine Metal Distro FREE sampler

2010-01-28T06:23:00.000-08:00

Free digital sampler featuring many new releases that are all available at DMD. Comes with printable artwork.

Track Listing:
1. NARNIA - Kings Will Come
2. THRESHER - Here I Am
3. Michael Phillips - Anthem
4. ULTIMATUM - Never
5. ELGIBBOR - Purity and Blood
6. NEPHESH - A Cold Breathe
7. ANCIENT PLAGUE - 1348
8. Hortor - Our Wrath is Against Satanism and Blasphemous Symbols
9. BROKEN FLESH - Son of Perdition
10. I BUILT THE CROSS - Misguided Ministry
11. FUTURES END - Inner Self
12. VENIA - A Sigh of Redemption
13. EDGEND - Internal
14. Heaven's Force - Hellover
15. MYRATH - Tempest of Sorrows

Demon Hunter: The World is A Thorn Album Artwork

2010-01-27T11:21:00.000-08:00

Demon Hunter revealed the artwork by Dan Seagrave, for their upcoming release "The World is a Thorn".

Place of Skull Recording New Album

2010-01-25T09:06:00.000-08:00

Place of Skulls on January 25th to begin recording new album. Check the bands website, here, for studio updates, album/song titles, release date & label info, and tour date announcements.

Stryper Cover Songs

2010-01-22T07:29:00.000-08:00

Just came across this posted at www.stryper.net

It reminded me of Amoral doing a cover of "Soldiers Under Command"

25 Years of Deliverance

2010-01-22T05:05:00.000-08:00

In 1985, bands like Stryper and Barren Cross were just starting to make their marks on the Christian Metal scene. In the Thrash world bands like Metallica, Slayer and Testament were in their infancy and just about to take the metal world by storm. It was 1985 that also saw the beginnings of an act that would come along and successfully meld these 2 genres together and ultimately leave an everlasting impact on both of these Metal communities, that band was Deliverance!!! Fronted by the very outspoken and charismatic Jimmy P. Brown he would take this band and the Christian Thrash scene to a whole new level.

Fast forward to 2010, and we are very proud to be celebrating 25 years of that successful outfit known as Deliverance. Still recording and playing shows to any place that will host them! If you ask any Christian Metal fan out there to name the most influential Christian Thrash band of old and still in the scene to this day, undoubtedly Deliverance will top the list!

In celebration of 25 years of Deliverance, Deliverance fans have several things to look forward to this year…

Up first a BRAND NEW studio album through Retroactive Records! You heard that right 2010 will see a brand new release from the Christian thrash masters entitled “The Annals of Subterfuge”! (Full press release forthcoming from Retroactive Records)

Also Roxx Records in conjunction with the Christian Metal Realm (CMR) are set to release “Temporary Insanity – A Salute to Deliverance” a 2 CD set all star tribute to Deliverance! Which is set to feature many special guests artists and contributions from current and past members of the Crucified, Deliverance, Vengeance Rising, Dark Angel, Darkness Falls and many many more, all coming out to pay tribute to ‘25 Years of Deliverance’! Which will also include a brand new recording from Deliverance!!! The 25th Anniversary Edition of ‘Flesh and Blood’ completely redone and re-recorded! (Full press release forthcoming from Roxx Records/CMR)

Not enough for you!!!! Plans are also in the works to bring Deliverance to you live this year in celebration of 25 years of Deliverance!!!!!! Shows in California and Pennsylvania are currently in the works and we are currently entertaining a few other fly in dates for the band as well as some festival appearances! Interested in bringing Deliverance to your area? Please contact bill@roxxproductions.com with any and all possibilities!

It’s gonna be a great year for the ‘D’ fan as we get ready to celebrate ‘25 years of Deliverance!’

Sinbreed: When World's Collide Release Date

2010-01-21T13:12:00.000-08:00

Ulterium Records [Sweden] and Nightmare Records [US] have inked a deal for the North American release of the SINBREED debut album "When Worlds Collide". The album will be released in Europe on March 26th, and the North American release date is set to April 6th.

For more information on SINBREED, check their myspace profile at: www.myspace.com/sinbreedmetal

Demon Hunter: Collapsing sample

2010-01-21T05:41:00.000-08:00

Collapsing is supposed to be the new single off of the soon to be released "The World is A Thorn"

You can hear a short sample here (song #36)

Pastor Brad: Bible Moments

2010-01-18T09:19:00.000-08:00

Pastor Brad writes a METAL DEVOTIONAL the first week of each month and posts it at Guitar Jams: http://www.guitarjams.net/MetalDevoIndex.html

You can also listen to his latest Bible Moments, right here: http://www.guitarjams.justfreespace.com/Bible%20Moments%20for%20Jan%20Syndication.mp3

Guitar Praise releases Stryper Packs

2010-01-18T08:13:00.000-08:00

Guitar Praise announced the release of 5 Stryper mini packs. Get them here: Digital Praise

Believer Update

2010-01-18T08:08:00.000-08:00

You haven’t heard from us for a while, so we wanted to give you a quick studio update. We’ve been in writing mode for a couple months and now it’s getting to the point where we are starting to piece together some very early “pre-pre-production recordings”. These are very basic guitar-only tracks recorded to a click, for the purpose of helping Joey to finish writing his drum parts and for all of us to get a very preliminary feel for the album as a whole.

So far much of the writing has taken place in various “small group” sessions containing 2 or 3 members of the band. We tend to set specific goals for each of these sessions. Whether it’s coming up with new song ideas, refining ideas that already exist, recording scratch tracks or writing specific parts for specific
instruments, we generally have an idea of what we want to accomplish before we get together. This helps us to stay focused on the task at hand and see continual progress.

That’s it for now . . . Let us know what projects you’re working on this year –
music-related or otherwise.
Thanks for your support!
-Believer

Living Sacrifice Streaming "The Infinite Order"

2010-01-18T08:06:00.000-08:00

You can listen to it here: http://www.myspace.com/livingsacrifice

Audiovision signs with Ulterium Records

2010-01-15T08:03:00.000-08:00

Ulterium Records are very proud to announce the signing of the Swedish melodic metal band AUDIOVISION to the label. The bands new album "Focus" will be released later this spring, release dates and more information will be announced within the coming weeks.

The line-up of Audiovision:
Christian Liljegren [Divinefire, ex. Narnia] - Vocals
Simeon Liljegren [Ex. Modest Attraction] - Bass & Vocals
Torbjörn Weinesjö [Veni Domine] - Guitars & Vocals
Thomas Weinesjö [Veni Domine, Saviour Machine] - Drums
Olov Andersson [Grand Stand] - Keyboards & Vocals

Audiovision are also just confirmed as opening act for Stryper on three of their European shows, the dates are as follows:
January 26th: Markthalle - Hamburg, Germany
January 27th: KB - Malmö, Sweden
January 28th: Trädgårn - Gothenburg, Sweden

The two up-coming singles from "Focus"; "Invitation" and "Keep the fire burning" will be performed for the very first time at these shows.

For more information on Audiovision, visit their myspace profile:
www.myspace.com/audiovisionsweden

Another Metal Devotional with Pastor Brad

2010-01-11T09:27:00.000-08:00

The Pastor Brad's of guitarjams.net new devotional from Kingdom Extreme Mag is titled: "Glen Kaiser’s story… Rob Deacon’s story… Your story?" - you can read it here.

Sinbreed: When Worlds Collide release date

2010-01-11T06:29:00.000-08:00

SINBREED: "WHEN WORLDS COLLIDE" COMING IN MARCH

Ulterium Records will release the debut album "When Worlds Collide" by German power metal band SINBREED on March 26th for the European market. Release dates for Japan and North America will be announced shortly.

Sinbreed is the project around 27 year old Guitarist Flo Laurin who joined forces with dedicated artists of the European metal scene. The blistering combination of speed, melodic and aggressive arrangements combined with high and soaring vocals characterizes Sinbreed's distinctive Power metal.

Sinbreed is:
Herbie Langhans [Seventh Avenue] - Vocals
Frederik Ehmke [Blind Guardian] - Drums
Alexander Schulz - Bass
Flo Laurin - Guitars, Keys

Track listing:
01. Newborn Tomorrow
02. Book Of Life
03. When Worlds Collide
04. Dust To Dust
05. Infinity's Call
06. Through The Dark
07. Enemy Lines
08. Room 101
09. Arise
10. Salvation

"When Worlds Collide" was mixed and mastered by Markus Teske [Symphony X, Vanden Plas] and the artwork was created by Felipe Machado Franco [Iced Earth, Ayreon]. Guests on the album includes Thomas Rettke [RedKey, ex. Heaven's Gate], Joost van den Broek [Ayreon, Star One] and Morten Sandager [Pretty Maids].

At the bands myspace profile you can listen to the entire opening track "Newborn Tomorrow", clips of three other tracks from the album and check out the album cover artwork.
Sinbreed myspace: www.myspace.com/sinbreedmetal
Sinbreed website: http://www.sinbreed.com/start_en.htm
Artwork created by Felipe Machado Franco [Iced Earth, Ayreon].

Strictly Styper: Episode 5 available

2010-01-07T10:56:00.000-08:00

Featuring some very cool interviews from the one and only Stryper guitar slinger himself Oz Fox, Michael Sweet, Justin Murr from Liberty n Justice (with the radio debut of the track ‘Treading on Serpents’ off the new CD ‘Light it Up’, featuring Les Carlsen of Bloodgood and Oz Fox!)

As well as tons of cool stuff for all you Stryper fans! News, reviews, music and much much more! Visit www.strictlystryper.com for all of our affiliates and for air dates and times!

Demon Hunter: The World is a Thorn

2010-01-07T10:07:00.000-08:00

New Album "The World Is A Thorn" Coming March 9th!

Hunters, we are happy to announce that our fifth album will be entitled "The World Is A Thorn" and it will be available in stores and online March 9th. The album was produced by our longtime friend, Aaron Sprinkle and mixed by producer Jason Suecof and is simultaneously our heaviest yet most melodic project thus far.

We'd also like to officially introduce and welcome Ryan Helm of The Ascendicate as our new guitarist. This is an exciting time all around and we hope you will stay tuned for updates on art, music and pre-orders.

- DH

Barren Cross: Dean Kohn Interview

2010-01-01T16:25:00.000-08:00

As some of you know, Barren Cross made a recent announcement of their new lead singer Dean Kohn. I asked Dean if he could answer some questions, so the fans could get to know him a little better.

So we have heard that you have sang with bands such as ATTAKK, Loudness & Malice.
Yes I had the pleasure of singing with all these bands.

After the announcement of you joining the band, people posted this from youtube:

Yes, that is me on vocal. I wrote that song “Freedom” with my old guitarist from a former band and he decided to post that after I had joined Barren Cross.

Tell us a little about yourself

Well I came to the Lord at 25 years old, and I have always loved music and appreciate all styles and talents. I am active in my church in teaching, singing, and I oversee the Jail ministry. I am also heavily involved with the Evangelism Team. It’s all about reaching souls.

What brought you to the Lord?

To be honest, God Himself called me to Himself. It wasn’t easy either. I was in negotiation with Joe Holmes who had just left the David Lee Roth tour, and my friend who played with Judas Priest called me and said "hey call this guitarist". However during this time God’s love revealed to me, drew me to Him. The funny thing is Joe is now a Christian after going on to play for Ozzy.

What do you like to do (Besides singing with Barren Cross)?

Spend time with my family. Watch UFC.

Who are your influences when it comes to singing?

Elvis Presley, I used to copy him growing up for my relatives! Geoff Tate, Rob Halford, Dickinson, Harnell. There’s so many. I’m a sponge for the power vocalist.

Out of the past singers (Mike Lee, Vince Van Voltenburg, ) what do you bring (stylistically speaking) different to the table?
That’s a good question. We'll just have to see! I may be more versatile?

How did you hook up with the band?
I actually got in touch with them through Jeff McClain at North Coast Agency through the internet. He’s helping with promoting the band.

Is Barren Cross going for any kind of particular sound (or feel) with it's next release, or just whatever comes about?
We are keeping the vintage Barren Cross sound and bringing in a new modern sound combined.

Can you give us any insight into the lyrical/topical subject matter?
All I can say is it’s relevant to our time.

Is the current Barren Cross lineup looking to do any gigs or maybe even a tour?
Yes we are. We are looking at many options as we speak. Until we settle on confirmed dates and countries, I can’t say at this time as of yet. We will post it on our site as soon as we know our 2010 schedule for the fans. Many people have been asking us to come to their country or part of the world. I tell them I really hope we can, let’s pray and ask God for revival in your country.

Any label talk a this moment?
No. Not at this time. You may be surprised who we recruit to do the recording though!

What are you personally looking to achieve with Barren Cross?
To bring people who do not know Christ an opportunity to come to know Him. And to restore the believer that has left the path and needs to know Christ said, “I will never leave you nor forsake you.” And embrace them with God’s restoring love.

What is Barren Cross looking to achieve with this phase the Lord has for them, especially after 14 years?

You know that is a band question. I would say in a general way we want to be an extension of God’s Word through our music.

What do you think of the current music scene?
Secular? - It’s getting darker and darker and the spoken words in the songs are very damaging to the soul.
Christian – its Growing leaps and bounds and God is moving in many groups like never before in our time. I mean look at the Christian rock/metal scene! It’s huge compared to just 10-12 years ago. God is building “His” army.

With Bands such as KISS and Heaven & Hell making critically acclaimed records, do you feel that there may be a "revival" in the metal scene towards the more traditional?
I hope so.

Do you feel that grunge killed metal, helped it get back to it's roots, or metal disintegrated on it's own?
Yea, grunge definitely came in and took over for awhile. Now I think metal is back! I mean we just got bombarded in the beginning of the 90’s from Seattle ya know?

Anything you would like to say to the fans?

Guys, I’m excited to be part of an awesome group in Barren Cross and I know God has placed me in this position for a reason and a time such as this! I really want to meet as many of you as possible and remember keep Rockin’ for the King!

Barren Cross' MySpace

Dean Kohn's MySpace

Menahem: Angels & Shadows FREE Music

2009-12-28T08:43:00.000-08:00

Menahem is a progressive metal group from Brazil. You can download their album "Angels and Shadows" at Blabberdownload for free, here

Sacred Warrior: Free Music

2009-12-28T08:07:00.000-08:00

All of Sacred Warrior's catalog of music is available for download (legally) on their site. Get it here

Demon Hunter on Twitter

2009-12-21T17:36:00.000-08:00

You can follow them at twitter.com/demonhunterband

Also, new album March 9th, 2010

Theocracy: Angels From the Realm Of Glory - Christmas 2009

2009-12-21T05:59:00.000-08:00

The long awaited Christmas song from Theocracy is finally here. Enjoy!
Angels From the Realm Of Glory

Guardian: Miracle Mile Free Download

2009-12-09T18:47:00.000-08:00

Happy Holidays to you and your families! As a special Christmas gift to all of you who visited House Of Guardian this year, we are offering a free download of the Miracle Mile (Encore Edition). This special edition includes a rare live version of "Take Up Your Cross" plus a digital booklet of the original Miracle Mile packaging. This download is absolutely free and is available to the first 100 people each day who want it at www.houseofguardian.com. This is offer is good through 12/31/2009.

Happy Thanksgiving

2009-11-26T13:25:00.000-08:00

I hope everyone is having a blessed Thanksgiving. Here is a holiday season song to warm the cockels of your heart: Theocracy's "Rudolph vs. Frosty"

Artwork by "Death Is Gain"

Barren Cross live at Metal Mardi Gras (1987)

2009-11-18T10:45:00.000-08:00

"It's All Come True" & "Dying Day"

"Give Your Life" & "Just A Touch"

Stryper "Whip It" T-shirt In Hot Topic Stores!

2009-11-17T22:34:00.000-08:00

http://www.stryper.com/News/news.htm

Applehead/Greg Minier Video

2009-11-17T18:44:00.000-08:00

Here is a partial clip of Greg playing "Eyes of a foolish man" at Mike Phillip's CD release party. Mike Philips is on guitar.

Stryper's "Makes Me Want To Sing" video (1985)

2009-11-17T18:35:00.000-08:00

This is from the TV show "America" with host Sarah Purcell of "Real People" fame.

Jason Wisdom's Bass on Sale

2009-11-17T05:26:00.000-08:00

Jason Wisdom, the lead singer and bassist for Becoming the Archetype is selling his 5-string ESP bass on ebay. Check it out here

Fratello Metallo calling it quits

2009-11-15T09:56:00.000-08:00

Brother Cesare Bonizzi, also known as Frate Cesare and Fratello Metallo ("Brother Metal") the Capuchin monk heavy metal singer, is calling it quits. Video here.

Check out their Myspace page here

Saint Hell Blade Samples up

2009-11-14T15:31:00.000-08:00

Saint just posted samples to their upcoming album "Hell Blade". Listen to them here

Stryper's "You Know What to Do" on Real Videos (1984)

2009-11-14T08:41:00.000-08:00

This is a video of Stryper on TBN's show Real Videos back in 1984.... An interview with Robert Sweet appears before and after the video...

Flyleaf: Memonto Mori Streaming

2009-11-09T17:42:00.000-08:00

Flyleaf is streaming their new album, "Memento Mori" on their Myspace page. The album drops tomorrow.

Johne Elefante and Mastedon

2009-11-09T17:38:00.000-08:00

Remember them? Mastedon has a new album and John has a new site. Check them out: John Elefante
You can also hear their new music there as well.

Bride acquires the reminder of M8's stock of Bride CDs.

2009-11-09T10:02:00.000-08:00

Bride recently acquired the reminder of M8's stock of Bride CDs. 
 
They now have a limited number of each of the following titles:
 
1. Across the border (live from Europe)
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7. Live to die (Bride heaviest release)
8. Silence is Madness
9. Scarecrow Messiah (John and Dino Elefante producers)
10. Fist Full of bees
11. Matrix (Before Bride - with bonus Lost Reels 1 CD)
12. Kinetic Faith
13. Bride Live Vol 1
14. Bride Live Vol II
15. Live at Cornerstone 2001
16. Oddities
17. End of the Age (Best of first three CDs)
18. Jesus Experience
19. This is it (Original pressings)
20. Dale Thompson (Religious Overtones
21. Dale Thompson (Unbridled) 
 
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Because of the limited number of CDs that they have when ordering please make alternative selections if you do not mind substitutions in case we run out of certain titles.
This will be a limited offer.
 
Tsar Bomba is not part of this special but for this advertisement only you can buy Tsar Bomba for $13.00.
 
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Saint - Hell Blade news

2009-11-07T19:52:00.000-08:00

It’s finally finished and on it’s way to the plant “Hell Blade” Is Saint’s 9th studio release and will go down as their most Ferocious sounding album to date. We’ll be uploading samples In the next week or two so check back. Be sure to support Saint by ordering you product here

Stryper cancels more gigs.

2009-11-06T16:00:00.000-08:00

STRYPER has cancelled their concerts scheduled for tonight Friday, November 6 (San Antonio TX – Scout Bar) and Saturday November 7 (Odessa TX – Dos Amigos Cantina) due to artist illness.

STRYPER will however be returning to Texas on December 21 (Houston – House of Blues) and December 22 (Dallas – House of Blues).

The Houston / Dallas shows will include a special Christmas segment and will include the fan favorite “Reason for the Season”, never before performed live at a Stryper show.

Impending Doom Update

2009-11-05T07:25:00.000-08:00

Hey guys, just wanted to let everyone know we have secluded ourselves and escaped to this house in Arizona where we are currently starting to write our next record. We are really excited about what's been coming out so far. Without getting into too much detail, you can follow us on twitter and we will be posting pictures and possibly a video soon. Talk to you guys soon, and make sure you check out the dates on the "Hell Must Fear Us" winter tour at the end of this month, come out and headbang with us one last time this year!

Taken from their Myspace
You can also follow them on Twitter

Becoming the Archetype Interview

2009-11-05T07:21:00.000-08:00

Good Interview with Seth Hecox of Becoming the Archetype at Jesus Freak hideout.

Read it here

HOT: Stryper Dallas/Houston show Postponed

2009-11-04T12:08:00.000-08:00

Dallas/Houston shows postponed - Current mood: sick

OFFICIAL PRESS RELEASE FROM STRYPER.COM

For Immediate Release
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Raleigh, NC

From: Deep South Entertainment – Stryper Management

STRYPER has postponed their concerts scheduled for tonight Wednesday November 4 (Dallas – House of Blues) and Thursday November 5 (Houston – House of Blues) due to artist illness.

The rescheduled dates are December 21 (Houston – House of Blues) and December 22 (Dallas – House of Blues).

Singer / Songwriter Michael Sweet explains, “I’ve come down with a horrible case of the flu and now it seems to be spreading throughout the bus.

I see reports all over the nation where bad cases of the flu are hitting America and had hoped we could make it through this entire tour without it affecting us, but unfortunately it has. It’s really bad and I wish our friends and fans all the best with their health during this season. I have seen a doctor and am on medication and anticipate a speedy recovery. My sincerest apologies to all the fans for this inconvenience but I look forward to seeing you all in December when we return. Just for these two shows we will be putting together a special Christmas segment of the show. It’ll be great to spend the holidays with our friends and fans in Dallas and Houston.”

The rescheduled shows will include a special Christmas segment and will include the fan favorite ‘Reason for the Season’, never before performed live at a Stryper show.

Tickets purchased for each concert will be honored on the rescheduled dates.

Fan meet and greet purchases will also be honored on the rescheduled dates.

For additional tour and ticket information, please visit http://www.livenation.com or http://www.stryper.com.

Artist Dave Quiggle Updates His Site

2009-11-03T10:29:00.000-08:00

The mastermind artist behind Facedown Records, just updated his site. Take a look! http://www.davequiggle.com/

Dave can also be followed on Twitter, MySpace and check out his Black Rose District.

Barren Cross: Where Are They Now?

2009-11-03T07:02:00.000-08:00

Barren Cross is a Christian metal band that was formed in Los Angeles, CA in 1983. Over the years they have released 5 albums (Rock for the King (Star Song,1986 ), Atomic Arena (Enigma Records,1988), State of Control (Enigma Records,1989), Hotter Than Hell Live! (Restless,1990) & Rattle Your Cage (Rugged Records,1994))

Recently they got back together and there was talk of another record. Unfortunately there was a split between the members and Mike Lee (Michael Drive) is no longer with them. They announced a few days ago that Dean Kohn would be filling Mike Lee's shoes as lead singer. Here are some links as to where to find them now:

Barren Cross Wikipedia entry

Mypace
Barren Cross - Myspace
Jim Laverde - Myspace
Dean Kohn - Myspace

Mike Lee - Myspace
Vince Van Voltenberg - Myspace - One time singer on tour - also can be found here

Twitter
Barren Cross - Twitter
Ray Parris - Twitter
Dean Kohn - Twitter

Facebook Page
Barren Cross - Facebook

Various Pages
No Life til Metal
Metal Archives
Firestream Vault

Pastor Brad Signs to Roxx Records

2009-11-02T19:19:00.000-08:00

Roxx Productions is proud to announce the signing of Pastor Brad to their roster! After 5 consecutive instrumental shred albums, Pastor Brad is back with a full-length vocal album! And while the old-school guitar shred influences are still here, this album will hit you square in the face with some of the heaviest sounding riffs ever recorded on any Pastor Brad album!

This album will also feature three very special guest vocalists: Rachael (of Ravenshead), Richie Z (of Blind Seven), and "Ski" (of Faith Factor)! And a very special guest appearance from original Stryper keyboardist, Kenny Metcalf! If that’s not enough for you, you will also get plenty of shredding from Pastor Brad himself as he will be handling the bulk of the guitar work for this his Roxx Records debut release ‘Break Out’ coming in Spring 2010.

As an introduction to the Roxx Productions family, Pastor Brad is teaming up with Roxx Productions and JBM Design to provide you a very special Limited Edition Christmas CD entitled Pastor Brad’s ‘Christmas Shred’! This very special limited edition CD is being offered at $7.77 with free shipping world wide!! This special CD is being offered exclusively through Roxx Productions and Pastor Brad as both a Christmas Present and an Introduction of what’s to come from Pastor Brad and Roxx Productions!

This limited edition promotional release is limited to only 100 copies and will only be made available for a very limited time in November and December. Shipping in late November ‘Christmas Shred’ will be in your hands in plenty of time to play around the Christmas tree!

Merry Christmas from Pastor Brad, JBM Design and Roxx Productions!

For full details and order information visit www.roxxproductions.com

Pastor Brad's website

Living Sacrifice's First video blog

2009-11-02T12:15:00.000-08:00

Via twitter.com/solidstate: watch the first twitter.com/livingsac video blog from the studio! http://bit.ly/29NFy3 boo to the yah.

Stryper Starts Shooting video for Alive tomorrow

2009-11-02T11:59:00.000-08:00

Shooting the video to "Alive" tomorrow in English and Spanish-a first for the band! Thank you for following-all my love via twitter.com/michaelhsweet

FREE Halford Christmas Song Download

2009-11-02T04:52:00.000-08:00

Christmas For Everyone (Single from Halford III - Winter Songs) right here

Austrian Death Machine release new track this Halloween!

2009-10-31T08:36:00.000-07:00

AUSTRIAN DEATH MACHINE, the California group consisting of As I Lay Dying's Tim Lambesis and famed action heroAhhnold, has just released the band's second single off of Double Brutal. The track ‘Who Told You, You Could Eat My Cookies' was inspired by the Arnie movie Jingle All the Way and will go live on the AUSTRIAN DEATH MACHINE MySpace page this Halloween. "I was so excited people thought my vocals sounded like cookie monster that I jumped at the chance to write a song about COOKIES!" comments Tim.

Is Blackie Lawless a Christian now?

2009-10-31T08:30:00.000-07:00

"Someone asked me the other day. They said, 'Are you a rock and roll preacher now?' I said, 'No. But I am a messenger.' And that's what my job is. So everything I did up to this point has led me to where I am now."

Taken from this interview with Norway's FVN.no at Blabbermouth here

Temple of Blood's “Prepare for the Judgement of Mankind” to see vinyl release

2009-10-30T07:56:00.000-07:00

TEMPLE OF BLOOD announced today that they have struck a deal with Open Grave Records for the release of their 2006 album, “Prepare for the Judgement of Mankind” to be released on vinyl. The CD version of the album has long been out of print, but still in high demand on websites like Amazon and Ebay, and a lot of times goes for a high dollar amount.

The Metal Devotional with Pastor Brad

2009-10-28T08:42:00.000-07:00

Pastor Brad of guitarjams.net has partnered with Kingdom Extreme Mag for a devotional. This one is titled: "God Can Use Anything!" - you can read it here.

Barren Cross's Dean Kohn Youtube Audio Sample

2009-10-28T08:11:00.000-07:00

Here is a youtube (audio) clip of Barren Cross's new lead singer Dean Kohn. Music By David Heydon Words By Dean Kohn & David Heydon

I don't think this is a Barren Cross song.

Becoming the Archetype's Necrotizing Fasciitis on iTunes tomorrow!

2009-10-26T16:57:00.000-07:00

The most brutal song in Christian metal will be available for purchase on it's own tomorow! Simply go to iTunes and purchase Necrotizing Fasciitis for 99 cents and enjoy the grime of the song immediately.

Scourged Flesh: Welcome to the End of the World is now available on iTunes!

2009-10-25T09:39:00.000-07:00

Scourged Flesh: Welcome to the End of the World is now available on iTunes!

Applehead/Greg Minier news!

2009-10-23T12:45:00.000-07:00

Greg Minier of the Crucified/Applehead fame will be resurrecting Applehead for Mike Philips CD Release Party!

Roxx Records and Ne Plus Ultra Records will be hosting a very intimate invitation only release and listening party in honor of the brand new Michael Phillips solo debut release! The only way to get in to this show is to get a ‘Golden Metal Ticket’ which you will receive when you purchase the new CD from the Roxx Store or Divine Metal Distro between now and November 1st. Each ticket will allow you in to a special invitation only show where you will be treated to a special performance from Michael Phillips and some very special guests including fasedown, the return of Applehead, 2112 (a tribute to Rush) and a few surprise guests! Join Michael and some of his closest friends for this special record release and listening party and hear the whole debut CD they way it was meant to be played…LOUD! Guests must be willing and able to travel on their own accord to the Central California area the weekend of November 7th,! Full details will be provided only to those that purchase CD’s between today and November 1st only!

Divine Metal Podcast #10: Available for download

2009-10-23T08:36:00.000-07:00

Listen here. Including the bands Applehead, Blessthefall, Bride, Elgibbor, Global Wave System, Gwen Stacy, Hortor, Jacob's Dream, Michael Phillips, Nephesh, Requiem Eternam, Thieves and Liars, & Willow Mount.

Flyleaf giving away 30 pairs of free tickets!

2009-10-23T05:22:00.000-07:00

In other news, FLYLEAF and ShockHound are giving away 30 pairs of free tickets to the band’s secret “Shock Sessions” performance, which will be taped somewhere in the Los Angeles area on the late afternoon of Tuesday, October 27.

For more information, go here.

Flyleaf Schedules ‘Rockline’ Appearance

2009-10-23T05:21:00.000-07:00

FLYLEAF will guest on the nationally syndicated radio show “Rockline” with host Bob Coburn on Monday, November 2 at 8:30 p.m. PT / 11:30 p.m. ET. Fans are encouraged to speak with FLYLEAF by calling 1-800-344-ROCK (7625). For more information, visit RocklineRadio.com.

Michael Phillips – Special ‘Invitation Only’ Record Release and Listening Party

2009-10-23T04:59:00.000-07:00

Roxx Records and Ne Plus Ultra Records will be hosting a very intimate invitation only release and listening party in honor of the brand new Michael Phillips solo debut release! The only way to get in to this show is to get a ‘Golden Metal Ticket’ which you will receive when you purchase the new CD from the Roxx Store or Divine Metal Distro between now and November 1st. Each ticket will allow you in to a special invitation only show where you will be treated to a special performance from Michael Phillips and some very special guests including fasedown, the return of Applehead, 2112 (a tribute to Rush) and a few surprise guests! Join Michael and some of his closest friends for this special record release and listening party and hear the whole debut CD they way it was meant to be played…LOUD! Guests must be willing and able to travel on their own accord to the Central California area the weekend of November 7th,! Full details will be provided only to those that purchase CD’s between today and November 1st only!

Bill Bafford
Roxx Productions
P.O. Box 2153
Irwindale CA 91706
www.roxxproductions.com
www.roxxrecords.com
www.myspace.com/roxxproductions
www.myspace.com/roxxrecords

This Fire's Embrace's lead guitarist steps down

2009-10-22T07:56:00.000-07:00

Hello all,

We have a sad announcement to make. After a lot of soul searching and prayer, Marc Leist has decided to step down as lead guitarist of TFE. This was a very difficult decision for Marc to make. All of us in TFE fully support him. As our touring schedule continues to grow, Marc just feels that his place right now is to be at home with his family. He will continue to work on music in his spare time and we will be sure to keep you all updated as to what he is up to. We want to say how much we love Marc and how much we appreciate his contributions to making This Fires Embrace the band it is today. Please leave Marc a comment below letting him know how much you all appreciate him. We will have one last show with Marc coming up soon. Stay tuned for the full details because you will not want to miss it!

In the meantime, Aaron’s brother, John Benner (Johnny Only of LIQUID6TEEN) and Aaron Conley (Acon) will be each be spending time filling in on guitar. Please come out and show them some support.

We will be in the studio throughout October and November working on some new music. We have some exciting news to share with you all very soon but that will have to wait until next time.

As always, we thank you all for your support and prayers.

THIS FIRES EMBRACE

Aaron, Josh, Zack, Steve

“This is not an ending, it’s just a new beginning”